Episode 204: The Christmas Show

The Top Dad Podcast is bringing holiday cheer! 🎄✨ Join the Top Dads as they dive into:

🎥 Why The Goonies being rated PG still blows our minds (seriously, 80s?).

🎃🍾 The holiday season marathon from Halloween to New Year’s Eve—how do parents survive it?

🎅 Elf on the Shelf etiquette: don’t ruin it for other parents!

🎁 A sprinkle of Christmas magic and a sneak peek at what the Top Dads really want under the tree this year.

Tune in for festive fun, dad debates, and a sleigh full of laughs!

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Episode 2023: “Bears, 80s Cartoons, and Turkey Day Tales”

In this jam-packed episode of the Top Dad Podcast, the dads tackle the tough question: Why are the Chicago Bears so bad? Plus, a nostalgic dive into our favorite 80s cartoons, a hilarious Thanksgiving Day recap, and the return of those mischievous Elves on the Shelves. Don’t miss the bonus content where we reveal the #1 Top Dad Joke of Thanksgiving!

Subscribe and listen for dad wisdom, laughs, and a side of turkey. 🦃🎄📺 #TopDad #ParentingPodcast #Thanksgiving

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In this gobble-tastic episode of the Top Dad Podcast, we’re serving up a platter of Thanksgiving goodness! 🍗🍁 Whether you’re hosting, mooching, or just dodging in-laws, we’ve got you covered with:

•Thanksgiving Tips from the Top Dads—from avoiding family drama to sneaking the last crescent roll.

•Black Friday Shenanigans—the art of dodging elbows and scoring deals while half-asleep.

•The Top 5 Thanksgiving Pies and Sides—warning: may cause drooling.

•How to Deep Fry a Turkey—because what’s Thanksgiving without a potential fire hazard? 🦃🔥

Plus, stick around for a hidden track at the end—because we believe in rewarding true dad dedication.

It’s a feast of dad jokes, dubious wisdom, and everything you need to win Thanksgiving this year. Just don’t forget to unbutton your pants before dessert.

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Episode 201: “Winter Woes, Thanksgiving To-Dos, and Bougie Dad Getaways”

In this frosty episode of The Top DAD Podcast, we dive headfirst into the challenges and quirks of Midwest winters—from battling malfunctioning furnaces to defrosting your car for the millionth time. 🥶 Next, we shift gears to Thanksgiving prep—sharing tips, tricks, and the occasional kitchen disaster to help you survive the ultimate dad holiday. 🍗🍁

But that’s not all! We also explore the Bougie Dad Staycation with Top Dad Ken—the art of leveling up your dad game with a fancy-yet-kid-friendly mini getaway. Is it luxury or just surviving with style? You decide!

Tune in for relatable laughs, dad hacks, and your guide to thriving this winter season.

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Episode 200: Dicks, Pizza, and Book IT—Celebrating 200 Episodes of Dad Life

In this milestone episode, we dive into the hilarious and heartwarming quirks of parenting and dad life. First up, the endless joy kids get from “innocently” saying words that almost sound like swearing (looking at you, Dick’s Sporting Goods). Then, we rave over our love for NYC pizza, reveal the ultimate secrets for reheating leftovers, and take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with Book IT and the classic Pizza Hut experience. 🍕📚

Plus, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to all of our listeners for helping us hit 200 episodes! Whether you’ve been with us since the beginning or just found us, we couldn’t have done it without you.

Grab a slice, laugh with us, and let’s toast to 200 episodes of Top Dad! 🎉

Show Notes:

•Why kids love to push the boundaries with “almost-swear” words

•The magic of NYC pizza and reheating it like a pro

•Book IT, personal pan pizzas, and 90s nostalgia overload

•A heartfelt thank you for 200 amazing episodes

Don’t miss this milestone episode—it’s full of laughs, pizza, and dad wisdom!

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Episode 199: Drawing Inspiration: an Interview with Forrest Dickison, Author of Crispin’s Rainy Day

In this episode, we sit down with Forrest Dickison—illustrator, artist, and now author of the delightful new children’s book, Crispin’s Rainy Day. Forrest shares his journey from illustrator to author, and we dive into his creative process, his inspirations, and the magic of storytelling for kids.

Expect plenty of laughs as we sprinkle in dad jokes, discuss the joy (and challenge) of sharing our passions with our kids, and, of course, talk about the epic adventure in Crispin’s Rainy Day. Imagine frog pirates braving the high seas, battling dragons, and searching for the mythical Lightning Blade—Forrest brings it all to life with humor and heart.

Tune in for an episode packed with creativity, parenting insights, and a whole lot of fun! Go to TopDadpod.com to see how you can get a copy of Crispin’s Rainy Day.

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Episode 198: Building Core Memories 80’s Style 🔙⏰

Great Scott! It’s Back to the Future Day, and we’re diving into the time-traveling DeLorean to relive our favorite 80s moments. In this episode, we’re talking about the highs and lows of flying solo as a dad, bonding with our kids over classic 80s movies (yes, Uncle Buck is required viewing), and why music makes everything better—even epic bedtime battles of good vs evil.

Plus, we dig into why parenting should be a partnership and how building those core memories is really the best part of the job (second only to perfecting dad jokes). So grab your Walkman, crank up the Journey, and join us for a laugh-filled trip down memory lane!

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Episode 197: Chicken Salad, Cosmic Fries, and the Ultimate Dad-Approved Food!

In this deliciously fun episode of the Top Dad Podcast, we’re dishing on our recent trips to some seriously cool restaurants—like CosMc's, where the fries are out of this world 🚀, and Chicken Salad Chick 🐥, where yes, dads can enjoy chicken salad and still maintain our manly image. Food is the glue that holds families together (or maybe that’s just ketchup), and we’re here to talk about making meals more fun, memorable and Top Dad-approved.

But wait, there’s more! We’re serving up a Masters-level catering tip that will blow your green socks off. Dads, trust us on this one. Moms, go ahead and make this happen for your man—it’s the ultimate food hack to keep Dad happy and fed.

Get ready for laughs, food tips, and plenty of sarcasm as we dig into what makes mealtime a family favorite. Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with your fellow dads (or wives looking to score bonus points with their husbands)!

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“Trunk or Treat, 5th Grade Farewells & Dude Perfect: Top Dad’s Guide to Crushing Dad Life”

In this episode of Top Dad, we dive into all things dad as we tackle the fall favorite—Trunk or Treat—and give our hot takes on how to dominate the candy distribution game. Next, we relive the emotional rollercoaster of 5th Grade Going Away Parties (yes, it’s a thing now) as our little ones gear up to leave elementary school.

We also discuss the awesomeness that is Outdoor Ed, where kids get to escape the classroom and dads finally have a break from lunch-making duties. Plus, we break down why Dude Perfect isn’t just a YouTube sensation, but basically dad goals on steroids. And, of course, we’ll round things out with some traffic accident tips—because being prepared is what top dads do best. Tune in for a jam-packed episode full of laughs, advice, and practical dad hacks!

Summary:

1.Trunk or Treat: How to up your game for this Halloween tradition, from car decoration tips to which candy makes you the hero of the parking lot. 🎃🚗🍬

2.5th Grade Going Away Parties: It’s official—5th grade send-offs are a thing! We chat about what makes these events special and how to prepare for the emotional goodbye to elementary school moment. 😭🎉

3.Outdoor Ed: The ultimate school field trip that gives kids freedom and dads a little break. We talk about our Outdoor Ed memories and why it’s such an awesome experience for kids today. 🏕️📚

4.Dude Perfect: Why these trick-shot legends are secretly the coolest dads on the planet, and how their antics inspire us to keep the dad fun alive. 🎯🏀🤸‍♂️

5.Traffic Accident Tips: Let’s face it—dads have to be ready for everything. We share our best traffic accident tips to keep your family safe and calm in stressful moments. 🚗🛑

Takeaway: Get ready for practical dad hacks, some heartfelt moments, and plenty of laughs. Don’t miss this dad-approved episode!

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Episode 195:“Dad Swears &Hardware Showdowns: The Ultimate Dad Debate”

In this jam-packed episode of Top Dad, we tackle some of the biggest debates in dad life:

•A Dad’s Guide to Swearing: When is it okay to swear around the kids, and how do we teach them about it? When is it ok to let your kids swear???!

•Meijer Review: The lesser-known step-cousin of Target and Walmart—where does it rank in your dad shopping routine?

•Lowe’s vs. Home Depot: The hardware store war that never ends. Is your loyalty based on quality or convenience?

•Keurig vs. Nespresso: Fancy dad vs. blue-collar dad in the ultimate coffee battle. Which one fuels your day?

Tune in for laughs, practical dad advice, and some serious (but fun) dad debates!

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